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Insights for Americans across Europe
Practical perspectives on the legal, administrative, professional, family, and lifestyle decisions that come with living across borders.
- AAE EditorialLiving in EuropeEurope
The First 90 Days Abroad: What to Organize Before Small Problems Become Expensive
The first three months in a new country are administrative more than anything else. Most of the difficulties Americans report later begin as small items that were postponed during this window.
By Americans Abroad Europe · 28 July 2026 · 8 min read
- AAE EditorialLiving in EuropeSpain
The First 90 Days in Spain: A Practical Settlement Checklist
The first months after arriving in Spain are filled with administrative decisions. A practical checklist can help new residents organize the basics before small problems become expensive.
By Americans Abroad Europe · 22 August 2026 · 8 min read
- AAE EditorialLiving in EuropeItaly
The First 90 Days in Italy: What New Residents Need to Organize
Arriving in Italy is only the beginning. The first three months often involve a series of administrative, practical, and household decisions.
By Americans Abroad Europe · 23 August 2026 · 8 min read
- AAE EditorialLiving in EuropePortugal
The First 90 Days in Portugal: A Practical Settlement Checklist
The first months in Portugal involve more than settling into a home. New residents must organize local administration, household systems, healthcare, banking, and ongoing U.S. responsibilities.
By Americans Abroad Europe · 24 August 2026 · 8 min read
